1
as in related
having a close connection like that between family members
foxes are closely akin to dogs
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2
as in like
having qualities in common
mathematics and computer programming are akin in that they both require logical thinking
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Recent Examples of akin
Despite these modest sums, the organization is trying to position itself as the facilitator of potentially massive group licensing deals for college athletes, akin to those handled by the NFLPA and NBPA.
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has already been called out for suggesting that this summer ICE agents are akin to neo-Nazi groups.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
That valuation is akin to an initial public offering stock price.
—Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
The decision of whether, or how, a movie or performer should campaign for awards consideration is akin to whether a politician should run for president.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has already been called out for suggesting that this summer ICE agents are akin to neo-Nazi groups.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
That valuation is akin to an initial public offering stock price.
—Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
The decision of whether, or how, a movie or performer should campaign for awards consideration is akin to whether a politician should run for president.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for akin
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Over the past two decades, China has risen from imitator to innovator, advancing rapidly in new energy, robotics, batteries and drones—and related military power.—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The benefit plan defines a qualified spouse in four ways, including a person married to an active MLB player or a retired MLB player who is in active service, meaning a coach, manager or related job.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Minnesota and Illinois are considering bills that would grant rideshare workers comparable collective bargaining powers.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
5 Oct. 2025
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Paying homage to this history, the 2025 iteration’s Chemigum outsole is oil-resistant, and its roughout leather is much more resilient than the comparable suede, though with a similar underhand feel.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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Deliveries are up 8% versus the analogous stretch in 2024, and while some of those gains may be attributed to the adjustments made to the ratings currency, the league has capitalized on a schedule that ensured maximal exposure for the Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs and … Detroit Lions.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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There’s an analogous cool-verging-on-blasé lyrical delivery set off by animalesque saxophones.—
Rumaan Alam,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Police asked Arfsten about similar thefts and damage at area Pick ‘n Save locations in the area.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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There was a similar effort in the build-up to Bukayo Saka’s goal against Leeds United which, again, won’t count as an assist despite its importance.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Humans and wildlife alike feast on the fruit, with a taste between a banana and a pineapple and a custard-like texture.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
28 Aug. 2025
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One of my pieces was authenticated through eBay, and the leather, stitching, canvas, and quality are alike.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Both teams are currently ranked in the top 10, and as is well-documented, Franklin has struggled in such games.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/akin. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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